197th Ave & Northland Dr Area
Strong schools draw families here
Median $245K·Walkability 0.8/10·Schools 6.8/10
The Muskegon River runs through this stretch like the main artery it is—every listing mentions it, every home seems oriented toward it, and for good reason. You get riverfront or near-riverfront living at prices that elsewhere would barely cover a garage, with room to breathe: half-acre lots, two-lot parcels, walkout basements opening onto water views and fireplace-warmed living spaces designed for actually using them.
Why people love it here
Riverview Elementary School
- Elementary — 2.3 mi away
- Big Rapids
- 4 rated schools in district
$245K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,663/mo
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Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 10/10
School District: Big Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Red Fox Market
Subway
Mitchell Creek Park
+1 more
Playground on 12 Mile Rd
Youngs Lake
Brutus Dog Park
White Pine Trail
Walgreens
Big Rapids Library
AMC CLASSIC Big Rapids 4
Crime in 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Mecosta County.
Mecosta County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area home (around $245,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $43k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,630 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,630/mo | $43,455 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,876/mo | $50,030 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,959/mo | $52,229 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Solar potential
~$909/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,359 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
NorthEnd Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
4
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(5)
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+2 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Hungry Howie's
Fast Food
Fast Food
+1 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(4)
💪 Gyms(1)
Ferris State University - Racquet & Fitness Center
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Brutus Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(3)
🚌 Transit(2)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Walgreens
Pharmacy
🏥 Hospitals(1)
📚 Libraries(2)
⚡ EV Charging(2)
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EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area
- What do homes cost in 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area?
- The median home value in 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area is about $245,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area housing market?
- no homes are listed in 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area?
- 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area is served by Big Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Riverview Elementary School (10/10).
- Is 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area walkable?
- 197th Ave & Northland Dr Area scores 0.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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